Xiao Mei Mei （小妹妹), abbreviated as XMM, is a Mandarin phrase that directly translates to 'little sister' and is used when talking about a certain type of Singaporean girl. People who've grown up in Singapore have inevitably encountered a XMM or two, especially during their secondary school years.
XMMs are characterised as physically small and fragile, calling for others to take care of them. Their personality, too, is pliant and submissive, unlikely to say no, and they long for a protector to dote on them.
noun. DEFINITIONS1. 1. young person; young people. Ask the YP to speak to someone in confidence.
"Lk" is a simple way to abbreviate "like" when texting or chatting online with friends. Example. "Where would u lk 2 go 2nite?"
Young PAP (YP) is the youth wing of the People's Action Party and is formed by Singaporeans from the age of 17 to 40 years old.
CB is also known as “chio bu“, a Hokkien phrase which means actually means buxom lady. In the Singaporean context, however, it is the guys' favourite phrase to describe the presence of an attractive girl.
Kan 姦 is the universal f-word, akin to diu in Cantonese, and pu in Teochew. Often, rather than the standalone term, you'll hear it uniquely as “kan ni na” in Singapore, abbreviated as KNN.
"Very" is the most common definition for V on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
"Hong Kong" is the most common definition for HK on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. HK. Definition: Hong Kong.
Noun. rizz (uncountable) (slang) One's ability to seduce a potential (usually female) love interest. synonyms ▲ Synonyms: game, charm.
Other words for a very uncomplimentary remark: SLAM.
Ah Lian (plural Ah Lians) (derogatory) A young Chinese woman in Southeast Asia, particularly Singapore and Malaysia, associated with a stereotype of having little education or sophistication and operating within secret societies and street gangs. quotations ▼
"Lala" has no actual meaning in itself, although it may have originated from the Singlish word "la"/"lah", while "zai" means "boy." "Lala zai" refers to individuals who speak in "pure" Singlish and who possess a strong preference for gaudy fashions or hairstyles.
Phrase. tfk. (Internet slang, text messaging) what're you doing.
B is an affectionate term for a loved one. It is often times used to address a homie, ya girl, or ya moms.
BTS – Behind the scenes. Use this social media acronym when you're giving your followers a behind-the-scenes look at what your brand is doing. BTW – By the way.
It's an internet slang you both use to communicate. On Facebook, people use FF to mean “Flashback Friday”, follow Friday just like in the Twitter case, or friends forever.
Swearing would be incomplete without curses and what better way than to start with death-related curses. Teochews achieve this effect via 3 different phrases – yao siu 夭寿, dor mia 短命 , and za si 早死. Yao 夭 means tender. This word in itself can also mean 'early death'.
Swee. A Hokkien term that literally translates to beautiful. Usually used in agreement or approval, it has a very strong positive connotation. The word can be used to replace nice, or perfect. Now that you have increased your Singlish vocabulary, you are ready for Singapore!
This simple three-letter word can mean an affirmation, dismissal, exasperation or exclamation in different contexts. For example, “No lah, I told you I didn't do that” conveys exasperation, whereas a short “Ok lah” is an affirmation.
Also wah piang, wah piang eh. An exclamation expr. astonishment, consternation, despair, dismay, etc.